Home

Taurus Gems + -

Gemini Gems + -

Leo Gems + -

Organic Gemstones + -

Aries Gems + -

Gemstones


Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}   
1,1 ; 3,2.   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
BeAl 2 O 4   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Compare Green Gemstones

Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.

Green Gemstones

Green Gemstones


Compare Green Gemstones